John Silver (wrestler)
American professional wrestler (born 1990)
John Anthony Silver (born June 4, 1990) is an American professional wrestler. As of 2019, he is signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as a member of The Dark Order. He also makes appearances for their sister promotion Ring of Honor (ROH). He is also known for his work with Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), where he was a one-time CZW World Heavyweight Champion, and for his tag team with Alex Reynolds – known as The Beaver Boys, the duo were one-time CZW World Tag Team Champions and Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG) where former one-time PWG World Tag Team Champions.
Early life
John Anthony Silver was born on June 4, 1990, in Wantagh, New York.
Professional wrestling career
Early career
Silver was trained by Mikey Whipwreck and made his debut in 2007, primarily appearing for the New York Wrestling Connection (NYWC).
Combat Zone Wrestling
Initial presence within the tag division (2011, 2013)
On May 1, 2011, at a CZW Wired television taping, Silver made his debut for Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), in a defeat to Dalton Castle. He did not appear for the promotion again until two years later.
On May 11, 2013, at Proving Grounds, Silver returned to CZW, alongside his tag team partner in New York Wrestling Connection, Alex Reynolds. The two men, known as the Beaver Boys, faced CZW World Tag Team Champions BLK-OUT (BLK Jeez and Ruckus) in a losing effort.
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